Ring The Bell 161 Times

Fundraising campaign reaches goal

Seattle University's six-year fundraising campaign, "For the Difference We Make," achieved its $160 million goal this week, three months before its official end date.

A crowd gathered outside the Chapel of St. Ignatius Tues., April 7, to hear the announcement, made by university president Stephen Sundborg, S.J., and Mary Kay McFadden, vice president for University Advancement.
"What a great thing to have something to celebrate here at Seattle University," Sundborg said.

McFadden thanked the members of her campaign team, as well as all the individuals who helped make the campaign a success.

After the short speech,

leaders of the campaign lined up to ring the chapel bell roughly one time for every million dollars earned.

More than $161 million has been raised through gifts from individuals, foundations and corporations. Funds are divided into several priorities, including scholarships and construction, and although the goal has been reached, some priorities, such as Jesuit Catholic Identity, will continue to seek funds.

The campaign will continue to accept donations up until its official end date, July 1.

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Photo of St. Ignatius Chapel at Seattle University